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What does the Caldecott Medal represent?
The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
Has anyone won the Caldecott award more than once?
Six artists have won the medal two times: Barbara Cooney, Leo and Diane Dillon, Nonny Hogrogian, Robert McCloskey, Chris Raschka and Chris Van Allsburg.
What is the difference between the Newbery and Caldecott Medals?
Basically the difference in the two awards is that one is for illustrations (Caldecott), while the other is for literature (Newbery). Created in 1922, the Newbery Medal is also awarded annually by the American Library Association for the most distinguished American children’s book published the previous year.
How is the winner of the Caldecott Medal chosen?
The winner must receive at least eight first place votes and be at least eight points ahead of the second-place finisher. After a winner is selected, the committee can decide whether to award any honor books. They may be chosen from runner-ups to the winner, or be selected in a separate ballot.
Who was Randolph Caldecott and what did he do?
Randolph Caldecott, for whom the medal is named, as an English artist and illustrator. Maurice Sendak said, “Caldecott’s work heralds the beginning of the modern picture book.”. The award is named for Randolph Caldecott, a nineteenth-century English illustrator.
When did the Caldecott Honor Books get their name?
In 1971, these books were formally named Caldecott Honor books, with this name applied retroactively. In 1977 books became eligible for both awards and, beginning with the 1980 award, separate committees for each award were formed.
Why was the Caldecott Medal so important to Bradbury?
According to Silvey, a Caldecott winner can have sales increased from 2,000 to 100,000–200,000. Silvey also credits the Caldecott for helping to establish Bradbury Press and Roaring Brook Press as important publishers. It can also be an important recognition for authors.